Gender Differences in Communication Often Give Rise to Stereotypes

question 40

Multiple Choice

Gender differences in communication often give rise to stereotypes. A common stereotype in the United States suggests that women never seem to stop talking. What research finding about men seems to contradict this stereotype?

• A) Women are better able to use language to their advantage.
• B) Men adopt linguistic strategies that help them maintain conversational dominance.
• C) Women are often reluctant to speak up in mixed-gender settings.
• D) Men adopt linguistic strategies that focus on letting women participate in conversation.

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